Public Submissions Sought on NZ Implementation of TPP Intellectual Property Provisions
Public submissions are requested by 30th March 2016 on the proposed implementation of the TPP’s IP provisions, including extension of term for patents…
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IP Australia Updates Practice Note on Patentability of Software
Following recent Full Federal Court decisions IP Australia has updated its practice note on the patentability of software or computer implemented methods...
Read moreEU Trade Mark Law Getting Modernised and Harmonised
Wide ranging amendments should make process of obtaining registration easier, while also strengthening the rights obtained...
Read moreCourt of Appeal agrees that Assessment of Genericism is Jurisdictional
Court of Appeal mostly upheld the High Court's findings on genericism, use as a trade mark, infringement and misleading and deceptive conduct...
Read moreGeographical Indications Act to be Amended
The recently introduced Bill is set to make significant changes...
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